Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Leesburg

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Leesburg, you’ll find places where families can lace up skates, enjoy indoor winter fun, or plan easy day trips to nearby skiing, tubing or sledding spots. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or head out for a weekend adventure, these ideas can help you make the most of the season. Just be sure to double-check hours, weather conditions and reservation details before heading out.

⛸️ Ice Skating & Indoor Winter Fun

Ion International Training Center

Address: 19201 Compass Creek Pkwy, Leesburg, VA 20175

Phone: (703) 951-0050

Details: Ion International Training Center is a modern indoor ice facility offering public skate sessions, lessons, and hockey programming. Located right in Leesburg, it’s the most convenient and reliable option for real ice skating in town.

Ashburn Ice House

Address: 21595 Ashburn Rd, Ashburn, VA 20147

Phone: (703) 858-0300

Details: Ashburn Ice House features multiple indoor ice surfaces with regular public skating sessions and open ice times. It’s about a 20 to 25-minute drive from Leesburg and works well as a nearby second option.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Whitetail Resort

Address: 13805 Blairs Valley Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236

Phone: (717) 328-9400

Details: Whitetail Resort offers skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing with extensive snowmaking that helps keep winter activities running during lighter snow seasons. It’s about a 2-hour drive from Leesburg and is one of the closest full snow-sports destinations.

Liberty Mountain Resort

Address: 78 Country Club Trail, Fairfield, PA 17320

Phone: (717) 642-8282

Details: Liberty Mountain features downhill skiing, snowboarding, and a dedicated snow tubing area with varied terrain. It’s roughly a 2-hour drive from Leesburg and makes for a solid winter day trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Winter in Leesburg often brings cold, clear days with occasional snowfall, and when the ground turns white, local parks become easy places to get outside. You don’t need a mountain here, just a few gentle hills and fresh snow create classic winter moments.

Leesburg spots to consider:

• Ida Lee Park becomes a local favorite after snowfalls, with open grassy slopes that work well for casual sledding and winter walks. Its central location makes it easy to check conditions and head out quickly when snow sticks. (Source: Town of Leesburg, Virginia Parks & Recreation)

Further outdoors:

• Sugarloaf Mountain Natural Area — For bigger hills and more consistent sledding, Sugarloaf Mountain Natural Area in Maryland offers long, rolling slopes and wide open space after snowstorms. It’s about a 45 to 55-minute drive from Leesburg and delivers a more substantial sledding experience.

Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!

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